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FEDERAL transport ministerAnthony Albanese has signed anew Memorandum ofUnderstanding with Chineseofficials which will boostavailable Australia-China flightcapacity by more than 50%. Effective immediately the pactwill expand weekly capacity by4000 to 18,500 seats, with afurther 4000 weekly seatsavailable from Feb 2012. The new MoU allows airlines tooffer up to 2500 seats per weekon routes into and out of Sydney,Melbourne, Brisbane and Perthas long as the extra services stopoff at a regional airport. Australian airlines will also now
be able to fly to China via an extrafour intermediate points, as wellas operate services beyond China. The move comes just a day afterABS figures confirmed that Chinahad moved into second placeafter NZ as Australia’s biggestinbound visitor market during Jan. The new pact also contains a“shared commitment tonegotiating an ‘open skies’agreement,” Albanese said.
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QantasLink expansion QANTASLINK yesterdayafternoon announced it will addan extra 5000 seats across itsregional Queensland network,following the arrival of its newBombardier Q400 on 06 Apr. The move will see additionalcapacity operated from Brisbaneto Barcaldine, Blackall,Bundaberg, Emerald, Gladstone,Hervey Bay, Longreach, Mackay,Moranbah, Rockhampton andRoma, with a major expansion ofseats to Moranbah due to demandfrom the resource sector. QantasLink exec gm NarendraKumar said Qld is the biggest statefor the carrier’s operations, with21 destinations served by 12 Q400sand ten other Dash 8 aircraft. The airline will take delivery ofa further six Q400s over the next18 months, with other fleetexpansion to include a furthertwo B717s and 10 Fokker F100sfor the recently purchased WAcharter airline Network Aviation.
Bolger goes to Qantas FORMER high profile VirginBlue spokeswoman AmandaBolger has been appointed as PRand Communications Managerfor Qantas Airlines. Bolger departed DJ to have ababy around the time that formerceo Brett Godfrey retired, anddidn’t return to the carrier afterher maternity leave. Bolger told TD she will take upher new Qantas position on Mon.
P&O Grand Event P&O CRUISES World Cruisinghas announced that its entirefleet of seven ships will bedocked together in theirSouthampton home port for thefirst time ever on 03 Jul next year. Dubbed “The Grand Event,” themass docking will be part ofcelebrations commemmoratingthe 175th anniversary of thePeninsular Steam NavigationCompany being awarded theAdmiralty contract to carry mailto the Iberian Peninsula.
Kuoni buys Travelport GTA SWISS travel giant Kuoni says itwill “substantially expand itsposition in online destinationmanagement services” with theUS$720m purchase of GulliversTravel Associates (GTA) from GDSfirm Travelport (TD breaking news). Kuoni currently operates inmore than 40 countries acrossthe globe - including AustralianTours Management in Australia -and has about 9000 staff. The company said the GTA dealwas a major step in achieving itslong-term strategic objective tobe a broad-based global travelservice provider. GTA booked almost 12 millionhotel nights in 2010, with brandsincluding OctopusTravel offeringhotels, sightseeing, transfers anddestination services to bothconsumers and travel agents. Kuoni said that substantialsynergies were expected, mainly
from consolidated purchasingand the removal of duplicate IT. Travelport will use the proceedsto pay down some of its US$2.76billion debt burden, with ceo JeffClarke saying the deal is in linewith the company’s strategic plan“to focus on maximising thepotential of its core business”. Last year GTA’s TTV was US$1.9b,with a US$84m adjusted profit.
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JAL goes to pieces JAPAN Airlines is amending itsbaggage policy and will adopt apiece system for all internationalroutes, axing the weight systemused on some routes, from 01 Apr. The move will see First andBusiness Class pax offered threepieces of free baggage (32kgsmax.) and Economy Class paxoffered two 23kg pieces free. Baggage total dimension limitswill also be increased from thecurrent 158cm2 to 203cm2.
TRAVELLERS on German trainscan be assured of getting thereon time, no matter what. Deutsche Bahn officials areunder fire after refusing to stopa train to rescue an unattendedtwo year old this week, sayingthe express had to keep to time. The child was stuck on boardafter the doors closed while hermother was unloading luggage. The distressed toddler wastaken off an hour later when thetrain pulled into its next stop.
US low cost carrier Spirit Airlineshas done it again, with a new adcampaign promoting a “Livingthe Dream” sale prompted bylast week’s bizarrely addledramblings by actor Charlie Sheen. The commercials (below)promote special deals which canbe accessed without requiringSheen’s purported superhuman“TigerBloodandAdonisDNA”.
Fairfax to dominate holiday rental sites DJ discrimination case ANTI-DISCRIMINATION claimsby two former Virgin Blue publicrelations executives (TD 23 Feb)have now been formally lodgedwith the Federal MagistratesCourt in Brisbane. Court documents obtained byTD have the respondents namesblacked out, but cite statementsby Virgin Blue General ManagerPeople, Richard Tanner, and thecarrier’s head of public relations,Danielle Keighery which arealleged to be discriminatory. One of the unnamed womenhad a baby in 2009, while theother has a school-aged child. Both are seeking compensationand reinstatement at the airline. Virgin Blue has denied theallegations, saying it’s an“industry leader in supportingworking mothers”.
MEDIA giant Fairfax yesterdayannounced the acquisition of theoperator of the Rentahome.com.auand Takeabreak.com.au websites,bolstering its leading position inthe online holiday rental market. Fairfax Media already ownsStayz.com.au, with the deal saidto be “strengthening andstreamlining the holiday rentalindustry in Australia”. All three consumer facingbrands will be retained, withStayz continuing to focus on“premium holiday rentalproperties,” while Rentahome willtarget corporate, metro-basedapartments and holiday homes. Takeabreak will offer regionaland coastal holiday houses,caravans and camping, withFairfax Metropolitan Media ceoJack Matthews saying theexpansion “will enable ownersand property managers tostreamline their business acrossmultiple websites and reachmore potential customers”. He said that the holiday rentalmarket already accounts for alarge number of domestic roomnights, and the deal is likely tosignificantly increase the profile
of online holiday rentals toconsumers “as well as raisingindustry awareness of the categorythat has long been fragmented. “Opportunities for growth aresignificant,” Matthews added,with “growth rates of onlinebookings for accommodationexpected to grow rapidly over thenext few years”. As well as Stayz, Fairfax alsooperates New Zealand websitesHolidayhomes.co.nz and onlinetechnology firm Bookit.co.nz. The Rentahome.com.auwebsite was a finalist in the 2009NSW Tourism Awards.
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CO drops pretzels ACCORDING to the classicSeinfeld line, “These pretzels aremaking me thirsty” but not inContinental Airlines economyclass, where the free salty snacksare now no longer availableeffective last Thu. The move will save the airline$2.5m a year, as well as bringingit into line with the snack-freepolicy of its merger partner UA. Analysts say the carriers have“chosen the lowest commondenominator” in harmonisingtheir onboard experiences,according to USA Today.
Club Med/Carlson pact CLUB Med and Carlson havelaunched a strategic partnershipwhich will enable members ofCarlson’s loyalty program to stayat Club Med resorts, from 31 Mar. Club Med guests will be able toattain a discount at a Carlsonhotel in Orlando, Florida initially.
Nobu Hotel for Vegas NOBU Hospitality will developits first hotel concept on the LasVegas Strip at Caesars Palace. The multi-million dollar projectwill see the Centurion Towertransformed into the 180-roomNobu Hotel, and a 9,500sq-feetrestaurant and lounge at the baseof the tower. “The luxury Nobu Hotel LasVegas will be a destination forstyle-makers and trendsetters,”said Nobu’s ce Trevor Horwell.
Agency closures THE Travel Compensation Fundhas voluntarily terminated theparticipation of Classic Holidaysin Kelmscott WA (ABN: 36 084639 716) and Inbound Travel inSouth Melbourne Vic (ABN: 80123 944 758) as they have ceasedtrading as travel agents.
Territory brochures TERRITORY Discoveries haslaunched its 2011/12 Top End andRed Centre brochures, whichfeature an all new ‘Holiday Idea’categories for suggested trips. The programs features culturaland guided tours, adventuretravel options, romance andluxury experiences, self-driveholidays and much more - seeterritorydiscoveries.com/brochures
EY $1.5b engine deal ETIHAD Airways has chosenEngine Alliance GP7200 enginesto power its fleet of 10 AirbusA380s, in a US$1.5b deal that alsoincludes maintenance and repair.
2-for-1 Greek cruise TEMPO Holidays has a two-for-one deal on its eight-day AegeanOdyssey cruises on 15 & 29 Aprand 14 & 28 Oct. The sailings are now priced at$2,960 per couple. The deal is also available on theeight-day Jewel of the Cycladessailings on 15 Apr, 06 May and 21& 28 Oct, priced from $2,409. Bookings need to be made by31 Mar - tempoholidays.com.
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ABOVE: Ten lucky agentsexplored historical Prague and itsstunning surrounds last month aspart of Tempo Holidays’ annualLoyalty Club Famil. The week long trip, hosted inconjunction with Emirates, sawthe group spend three nights inPrague, where they visitedPrague Castle, the Royal Palace,St Vitus Cathedral, St George’sBasillica, Golden Lane and more. Pictured at the Pilsen breweryin the medieval town of CeskyKrumlov, from left rear to rightrear are: Maria Vasili, Bay TravelServices; Caroline Kennedy, Cox &Kings Australia; Diane Rawlings,HWT Malvern; Robyn Evans,RACT Travelworld Ulverstone;
Jill Carmody, Jetset Leongatha;Michael Leahy, HWT Niddrie;Paula Ranalli, HWT Surrey Hills;Tania White, Bentleigh TravelCentre; Amy Wyatt, BeaumarisTravel; Rosemary Amos, CapitalTravel Manuka and KrystalCarlsen, Gippsland Travel.
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This week the Australian tourism industry will come together in Perth tocelebrate the Qantas Australian Tourism Awards (QATA). Each year, QATA highlights the best of the best in the Australiantourism industry and these awards are an important part of theAustralian tourism industry calendar. Tourism businesses in Australia are competing on a very global stageand the process that each business must go through helps them thinkabout many aspects of their business in order to win in the category inwhich they have entered. Finalists in each category have already been through the process at astate level and now they all culminate at a national level. The NationalTourism Alliance (NTA) is the host organisation that presents theseawards each year and this year is set to be as big as ever with an excellentline up of finalists in each category. Also in Perth at the end of this week will be the formal launch of the“Discover Tourism” website. This website has been compiled by the NTAunder a government grant and will present the Tourism and Travelindustry in a new light to people thinking about entering the industry. It isan online careers advisory tool that is packed with information, video,stories and detail to encourage people thinking about entering theindustry. Travel is featured in its own section of the site and presents a range ofcareer opportunities to those thinking about joining our great industry. Once the site is live, you can access it at discovertourism.com.au. It willnot be available until after the weekend, so take a look next week. Thewebsite will be launched by the Tourism Minister, Martin Ferguson at alaunch event that will precede the official gala event for the TourismAwards. AFTA has been involved in this project along the way and I am sure youwill see the value of the site. Given the difficulties faced by so manybusinesses in Queensland and across Australia in the wake of the manynatural disasters, the Tourism Awards will highlight manygreat Australian Tourism experiences and once again turnour attention to helping the domestic tourism industry. Good luck to all who are finalists in the Qantas AustralianTourism Awards.
Disney profits soar WALT Disney Co. has recorded a54% year on year rise in revenuefrom theme parks for the threemonths ending 01 Jan, makingUS$1.3 billion, up from US$844m. Company wide revenue alsorose by 10% to US$10.7 billion.
Travel scams soar A REPORT released on Fri by theACCC details the increasingprevalence of travel related scamstargeting Australian consumers. The study details ACCC’s takeon scam activity during 2010,with the year seeing a number ofsignificant travel scams includingfalse offers of compensation afterthe Iceland volcano eruption, fakeflight booking websites and thewidespread scratch card travelscams, in which glossy brochureswere mailed out, each with awinning scratch lottery card. “Winners” were directed to calla number in Malaysia where theywere asked to pay up-front feesin order to claim their prize, aswell as providing informationused for identity theft such asdrivers licence details (TD 05 Oct). The Commission warned that in2011 “the increasinglysophisticated nature of scamsand the growth in personalisedscams will continue to posechallenges for the ACCC”.
Trafalgar last minute TRAFALGAR has ‘Last MinuteDeals’ on a range of its First Class2011 Europe and North Americaitineraries, on sale until 16 Mar. Savings of up to $380 are beingoffered - trafalgartours.com.au.
Tauck Xmas cruises TAUCK will offer four ChristmasMarket river cruises in 2011, withsome trips aboard ms Treasures. Departures are planned alongthe Danube on 03 & 10 Dec andthe Rhine on 04 & 11 Dec. See traveltheworld.com.au.
Hayabusa launches JAPAN debuted its new thin-nosed bullet train last weekendwhich is capable of speeds of upto 300km/h. The ‘Hayabusa’ (or Falcon) willtravel two trips a day from Tokyoto Aomori, and one trip daily toSendai. It features a luxury carriage withseats based on an airline businessclass seat, and is set to push itstop speed to 320km/hr next year.
Minder adds Grange HOTEL management companySiteMinder has increased its UKpresence, signing boutiquehotelier, Grange Hotels. Grange Hotels has 16 four- andfive-star hotels in central London.
Scenic earlybirds SCENIC Tours is remindingagents that its Fly Free or PartnerFly Free earlybird deals on WA &NT itineraries ends on 31 Mar.
AIX numbers up 11.3% AUSTRALIAN InfrastructureFund, which owns part ofDarwin, Alice Springs, Perth, GoldCoast and Launceston Airports,today reported a strong 11.3%jump in Jan passenger numbers. CEO Jeff Pollock said theairports “continue to benefitfrom airline competition, routedevelopment and capacityadditions which are stimulatingpassenger demand and growth”.
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Maxim shaving it off MAXIM Travel and QConsolidation are showing theirsupport for the World’s GreatestShave on Fri, so far raising over$2000 for the charity that’slooking for a cure for leukaemia. Chris Goddard, md MaxiumTravel and Hai Duong gm of QConsolidation will have theirheads shaved at the end of theweek, with donations welcomed. Click here to show your supportfor Chris or Hai.
AirAsia supports QLD AIRASIA X has launched a newlong haul, low fare ‘Gold CoastFamous for Fun’ campaign toreinvigorate inbound travel to theSunshine State. One way tickets are priced fromRM499 (AU$163) between KualaLumpur-Gold Coast for bookingsmade by 13 Mar and for travel 01Apr to 31 Aug.
Fred Olsen VISTAS FRED Olsen Cruise Lines hasunveiled a program of specialinterest themes called Vistas. A dedicated website offersguests the chance to find outabout subjects such as the historyof weather, antiques and more -fredolsencruises-vistas.com.
Pegasus Google JV PEGASUS, a central reservationsystem, is working with Google toinclude hotel pricing and directlinks to hotel booking sites on itsOnline Travel Agent (OTA) listingson the new Google Maps hotelsearch function. Pegasus also plans to announcea similar function that will allowhotels to list their prices andwebsite links on metasearch siteslike Kayak.com. Douglas Quinby, senior directorof research for PhoCusWright hasencouraged hotels and OTA’s to“pay close attention” to the newtechnology saying the firmsresearch shows that 38% oftravellers buy online through anOTA while only 23% purchasehotel room nights and flighttickets direct.
Accor direct push ACCOR’s loyalty club A|Club isgiving members booking a stay inAustralia from 01 Apr-30 Jun viawww.accorhotels.com or www.a-club.com the chance to win10,000 bonus points. There’s also 1 million A|Clubpoints up for grabs for one luckyguest staying at any A|Clubparticipating hotel.
Nollsie sights his trade twin RIGHT: Revellersat the recentHarvey WorldTravel Sylvaniafunction held onSydney Harbour,thought they wereseeing double. As soon as thenight’sentertainment,Australian Idolalumni ShannonNoll, took to thestage, guestscouldn’t help but notice hisuncanny likeness to InsightVacations’ NSW sales manager,Steve Farrelly. The dopplegangers posed herefor a photo, where it’s understoodthey chatted about hair products.
Travel2 brochures TRAVEL2 has this week releaseda number of 2011/12 brochures,including Vanuatu, Norfolk Islandand Fiji, available through TIFS.
The Victoria Palace Hotel - a truly Parisian experience THE Victoria Palace Hotel in the trendy Left Bankarondissement of Paris, has been owned by the same familysince it was built in 1913 - and the resulting personal touches andattention to detail reflect the French capital’s true spirit. The boutique property has 62 large rooms and suites, andAustralia is its second largest overseas market, comprising about10% of its total business. Last month the Victoria Palace was showcased to Australiantravel agents, with the hotel’s President and Chairman PhilippeSchmitt and Director of Sales Michael Erwin conducting aroadshow to highlight the features of the charming property. “We’re not just selling the hotel, but helping clients have a fullParisian experience,” Erwin told TD, with the Victoria Palaceoffering a range of guides to make it easy for guests to explorethe many nearby fascinating boutiques, chocolate shops,providores, bars and restaurants. “We want to show Paris as Parisiennes know it,” said Schmitt,with the hotel targeting both business and leisure travellers -particularly the family market.
Tuesday 8th Mar 2011 LEFT: The charming hotel hasclassic French architecture, andwalking out the front door putsguests an easy stroll from localshops and restaurants. The Victoria Palace provides aguide containing a “whimsical,partial and idosyncratic selectionof 100 shops” to help visitorsdiscover the area, with classicinclusions such as milliners,chocolatiers, perfumiers andboutiques - through to uniquetableware and even a taxidermist!
LEFT: The Victoria Palace’s Director of Sales, Michael Erwinand President and Chairman Philippe Schmitt (right) withthe hotel’s Australasian representative Sarah Whitty of TheHotel Connection, during the recent Australian roadshow.
BELOW: Yes, the rooms are large - very large! The VictoriaPalace boasts four huge 45m2 Suites, 28 Junior Suites eachabout 35m2 and 30 Deluxe Rooms, about 25m2 in size. And if required, interconnecting rooms can even beconfirmed at the time of booking The decor reflects the authentic Paris, with fabric wallsand very comfortable classic French furniture and fittings. And despite its heritage-inspired roots, the hotel has allthe mod cons including full air conditioning in all rooms,high speed wireless and ethernet internet connections,digital satellite flat screen televisions, room service,breakfast buffet, bar, same-day laundry and dry-cleaning, anoff-site fitness centre and even an 18-person meeting room. The hotel is located in the Cherche-Midi neighbourhood,with easy links to the rest of Paris from the nearby metro.
BELOW: The welcomingbar and lounge area is the“embodiment oftraditional Parisianelegance” and is acomfortable place torelive the day’s experiences. The Victoria Palace alsooffers 24 hour conciergeservices and a special“resources for thebusiness traveller” guidehighlighting localrestaurants, computersuppliers and exerciseoptions.
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RIGHT: Just like the Victoria Palace rooms,the hotel’s deluxe marble bathrooms are bigand welcoming. The property also offers special features fortravelling famlies including a special “CornetSurprise” gift for children aged 4-12 staying atleast two nights, and complimentary rollaways. The Victoria Palace offers special rates forAustralian travellers leading in at €279 pernight incl daily buffet breakfast and taxes -email [email protected].
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Outstanding organisation who are seeking somebody that can grow with the company. You will work alongside the key contacts within your portfolio, ensuring and maintaining superior customer satisfaction. You will be preparing and presenting management information reports at an analytical level, negotiating with preferred suppliers and initiating cost saving ideas using your relationship building skills. The ideal candidate MUST have previous account management experience in corporate travel. Attractive salary package and other benefi ts are on off er for the right candidate.
Senior Retail Consultant – Sydney Inner Central West $50K
Coming to you from the team that won Agency of The Year in 2008, they are now In the process of expanding. Come and join an experienced travel office who are highly busy with both international and domestic sales. Your main focus will be on high end packages – servicing mainly repeat clientele with a small about of business developing involved. Seeking consultants with a minimum three years experience; preferably with Tramada / Galileo system knowledge. Don’t waste your time, send us your details today! Apply to the link below.
Retail/Corporate Travel Consultant - Sydney City
This is a role responsible for several educational portfolios. End to end travel management will be required including self ticketing and multi fare construction. This is a great opportunity for an experienced retail travel consultant to mix it up with the corporate environment. To be considered for this role you must be experienced in retail/corporate travel, knowledge of a GDS system and be prepared to self-ticket. If you have strong customer service skills with fantastic fares knowledge this is the role for you.
Retail Travel Consultant - Sydney
On behalf of our client - a well known travel agency - we are currently looking for a Senior Retail Travel Consultant to join their growing team in Sydney CBD. The right person will enjoy the range of benefi ts including travel perks, relaxed and friendly atmosphere and lots of variety. Your duties will include consulting over the phone and email, selling travel arrangements to all corners of the world whilst delivering best customer service experience. Skills required: solid experience in retail travel, strong product and airfare knowledge, Sabre trained, computer savvy, sales driven and ability to work under pressure in fast paced environment.
Business Development Manager 2 x NSW, 1 x ACT
Our client is a global TMC currently looking for an experienced Business Development Managers to grow their corporate business in NSW and ACT. The right person will enjoy the range of benefi ts such as uncapped earning potential, room to grow with Australia’s largest TMC, ongoing training and development and career opportunities including working overseas if desired. Some of your duties will include identifying, qualifying and capturing new business; actively contributing to company’s growth and delivering results against set objectives. Skills required include background in Business Development Management – Corporate. You will be a self-starter, highly motivated and driven. You will possess exceptional selling and negotiation skills. You will be fl exible on working hours and travel. Hard work and dedication is a must.
Business Relationship Manager NSW/ACT
Our client is a well respected, established and growing company looking for an exceptional Sales professional to come on board and grow the revenue in NSW and ACT. If you are currently in a BDM, BDE or Sales Representative role within travel wholesale company - we would love to hear from you! The role will see you working closely with all distribution channels to meet and exceed sales targets. You will be identifying and winning new business as well as account managing existing clients. You will be responsible for strategic planning including building account plans. Required skills include on the road experience in selling to retail travel network, history of meeting and exceeding sales target in retail travel industry. Attractive salary package, bonus system and other benefi ts are on off er for the right candidate.
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MELBOURNE – SALARY PACKAGE TO $52K Join one of Australia's largest independent & privately owned
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Experience within the travel industry and CRS skills are essential. A top level salary is on offer for this role as well as travel
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BRIGHT SHINING NEW ROLERETAIL TRAVEL CONSULTANT
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Now you can! You will never be bored booking worldwide events, independent packages and corporate travel.
As part of this close knit team you’ll have all the support of your colleagues and managers. Enjoy a strong base salary with
endless travel perks and benefits. Min 2 years travel experience required along with a fun and positive attitude is a must!
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